Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

Ngāti Porou Oranga delivers kaupapa Māori health and social services across Te Tairāwhiti, strengthening whānau and supporting positive outcomes for tamariki and rangatahi.

We are seeking a Social Worker in Schools (SWiS) to join our Whānau Oranga team, based at Tolaga Bay Area School and supporting schools from Tolaga Bay to Tokomaru Bay.

This permanent part-time role (20 hours per week) focuses on enhancing the wellbeing and future success of tamariki whose whānau circumstances place them at risk.

You’ll work closely with schools, whānau, Oranga Tamariki, and community partners to build resilience, foster positive relationships, and ensure tamariki and whānau are supported to thrive through strengths-based, mana-enhancing, and Ngāti Porou grounded practice.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako – What we’re looking for

• Recognised Social Work qualification and current NZ Practising Certificate (mandatory)
• Experience as a Social Worker in school or community settings
• Strong networks and ability to engage with schools, whānau, hapū, and iwi
• Knowledge of tikanga Māori and commitment to kaupapa Māori practice
• Skilled in case management, assessments, and group/1:1 programmes
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills
• Collaborative, professional, and confident with reporting and systems
• Full, clean NZ driver licence

Te painga o te mahi tahi me mātou – What we offer

• A values-based, supportive workplace grounded in tikanga Māori
• Ongoing professional development and supervision
• Opportunities to innovate and contribute to whānau ora outcomes
• EAP & wellbeing services
• A collaborative environment where kaimahi are empowered to make a difference

Me pēhea e tono – How to Apply

To apply, please submit a current Cover Letter and CV with your application, describing your motivation for joining Ngati Porou Oranga reflecting relevant skills and experience. 

Applicants must be eligible to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand.  The preferred and/or successful applicants will be willing to undergo our pre-employment screening which can include Police Vetting, Child Checks, OT Vetting, Criminal Record Checks, Medical Checks, ID checks and Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol testing.

Must hold a current New Zealand Full Drivers Licence.

COVID-19 Vaccination requirement:  Vaccination is essential for kaimahi as per our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.  New employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to commencing employment or in alternative, complete a risk assessment as a part of the recruitment process and/or any other reasonable measurements.  

60 Day Trial Periods:  In-line with NZ employment legislation, employment terms include up to, but not longer than,60day trial periods, further information is available upon request. 

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and interviews maybe held as applications are received.

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